Why we love it
The setting
On the edge of St Davids — Britain's smallest city — Penrhiw Priory sits in grounds of its own. A restored Victorian priory, just eight rooms, lawns and mature trees all around. You are about two kilometres from the city centre and a short drive from the Pembrokeshire Coast, so the setting feels quiet and rural while the cathedral and the coast path stay within easy reach.
What to expect
Rooms are spread across two floors and keep the original character of the building, with large windows looking onto the gardens. The hotel runs as a small, calm place rather than a busy resort. There is a library on site, and the kitchen can put together packed lunches if you want to walk the coast path during the day. Meals are arranged separately, so you can plan around your own schedule.
Things to do nearby
Oriel y Parc, the gallery and visitor centre, is under a kilometre away and makes an easy first stop. St Davids Cathedral and the ruined Bishop's Palace sit in the valley below the city and are walkable from the hotel. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs along the cliffs nearby, with Whitesands Bay a popular spot for a swim or a walk. Haverfordwest Airport is about 22 kilometres away if you are flying in.
Best for
This one suits couples who want a quiet base near the coast, with walking, the cathedral and good scenery close by. Two nights gives you time to see the city and get out onto the coast path.
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Penrhiw Priory
Restored Victorian priory with eight rooms, set in private grounds on the edge of St Davids.
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Your 2 days, loosely planned
Suggestions, not orders. Tour ideas to mix and match for your trip.
Cathedral and grounds
Arrive and settle into the house, then walk down to St Davids Cathedral and the Bishop's Palace before dinner. The grounds are worth a look in the evening light.
Coast path morning
Spend the morning on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, with a packed lunch from the kitchen if you fancy a longer walk. Stop at Oriel y Parc on the way back, then head off after a last look at the gardens.
Where you'll be
St Davids, UK
FAQ
Is Penrhiw Priory close to St Davids Cathedral?
The cathedral is close. It sits in the valley just below the city, and you can walk down to it from the hotel in a few minutes, then back up afterwards.
What is the best area to stay in St Davids?
St Davids is small, so most places are central. Staying just outside the city, as here, gives you quiet grounds and quick access to both the cathedral and the coast path.
Does Penrhiw Priory have parking?
Yes, the hotel has on-site parking, which is handy as the Pembrokeshire Coast and the beaches around St Davids are easier to reach by car.
How far is Penrhiw Priory from the airport?
The nearest airport is Haverfordwest, about 22 kilometres away. Cardiff Airport is the larger option, roughly a two-hour drive to the east.
Does Penrhiw Priory include meals?
Meals are arranged separately rather than included in the room rate. The kitchen can also prepare packed lunches if you want to spend the day out on the coast.
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